Arbour

Created by the expert team at Total Fitouts Brisbane Inner North, with commercial design by Clui Designs, the commercial hospitality fitout showcases how meticulous detailing, cohesive design language, and smart spatial planning can transform a space. Nestled in the vibrant heart of South Bank, Brisbane — one of the city’s most iconic cultural and lifestyle precincts — Arbour is a refined new venue that beautifully marries contemporary hospitality design with timeless elegance.

South Bank is known for its bustling riverside promenades, cultural venues, restaurants, and gardens — making it an ideal location for a hospitality business looking to tap into high foot traffic and a diverse clientele. Arbour sits confidently within this sought-after locale, benefitting from a stream of both locals and tourists alike who frequent the area for its dining and leisure options. Given this premium positioning, the fitout needed to deliver on both aesthetic appeal and functional efficiency, and that’s exactly what Total Fitouts Brisbane Inner North delivered.

A Palette of Greens: Setting the Tone

One of the most striking features of Arbour’s interior is its sophisticated use of green tones. The space is enveloped in a serene palette of sage, deep forest, and soft green hues that immediately evoke a sense of calm, freshness, and connection to nature. These greens are used purposefully throughout the venue to zone areas, enhance visual interest, and create layers of texture.

The walls are a mix of light sage-green paneling and crisp white surfaces, providing the perfect backdrop for deeper green accents. A standout feature is the deep green wall tiling — rich in tone and slightly glossy in finish — which adds a sophisticated, tactile element that reflects light subtly and draws the eye. These tiles offer a modern yet organic feel, grounding the commercial design while still allowing the other features of the commercial hospitality fitout to shine.

Statement Service Counter: Function Meets Flair

At the heart of the commercial hospitality fitout is the service counter — a true statement piece that showcases clever tiling work and thoughtful material layering. The counter features large green tiles on the bottom section, transitioning to white tiles above, and finished with a thin strip of small, deep green square tiles toward the top.

Steve Condoleon, Director at Total Fitouts Brisbane Inner North says, “This deliberate contrast and sequencing of tiles gives the counter rhythm and energy without overwhelming the space.”

Above the counter, a large green bulkhead wraps around in a continuous, smooth line. This feature not only anchors the front-of-house space but also acts as an architectural element that draws the eye upward. Integrated into the bulkhead is ribbed glass — a subtle nod to art deco aesthetics — which stylishly displays drinkware and softens the lighting. Below the ribbed glass, a strip of timber serves as a warm contrast to the green and white palette, while also supporting a series of sleek silver metal wine glass racks that hang with understated sophistication.

Back Wall Detailing and Display

Behind the counter, the back wall plays a functional yet visually appealing role.

Steven continues, “Here, custom timber shelving have been installed, designed to display bottles and other barware.”

These shelves are illuminated with discrete LED strip lighting, making each object glow while adding ambient light to the room. The warm tones of the timber shelving complement the green hues used elsewhere, bringing a natural, grounded feel to the modern commercial hospitality fitout.

“The wall itself features the same white panelling seen throughout the venue as we wanted to tie all the elements together seamlessly whilst maintaining cohesion.”

Lighting: Ambience Through Design

Lighting plays a pivotal role in the mood and tone of Arbour. The open ceiling has been painted white, creating a sense of airiness and allowing natural light and artificial lighting to bounce around the space effortlessly. This decision ensures the venue feels open and fresh, despite being densely layered with materials and textures.

Throughout the commercial hospitality fitout, circular wall sconces serve as soft glowing accents, positioned carefully to highlight certain areas without harshness. Overhead, statement pendant lights hang elegantly — their warm glow and sculptural forms acting as decorative centrepieces. The lighting has been chosen and positioned to both complement and contrast the colour palette, offering a sense of warmth that softens the strong greens and cool concrete.

Flooring and Finishings

The flooring in Arbour is a speckled concrete that gives the venue an urban edge, grounding the natural tones with a subtle industrial finish. This choice not only adds to the aesthetic but also ensures durability and easy maintenance — key considerations in a high-traffic commercial hospitality fitout environment.

The flooring’s texture works in harmony with the wall tiles, timber accents, and ceiling finishes, creating a unified material language that feels both intentional and effortlessly stylish. The choice of materials reflects the team’s focus on longevity, sustainability, and day-to-day operational functionality — all wrapped in a visually stunning package.

Statement Features: Signage, Wine Rack, and More

Arbour includes several standout elements that contribute to the overall charm and uniqueness of the venue. One particularly eye-catching feature is the illuminated signage — clean, modern, and tastefully integrated into the design.

Steve adds, “This branding element isn’t just functional; it’s a focal point that draws attention from passers-by and reinforces the venue’s premium identity.”

Another highlight is the cool black wine rack positioned along one of the walls. It provides storage and display with a moody edge, contrasting with the rest of the palette and adding a bold statement to the otherwise soft and serene space. This detail adds visual depth and speaks to the venue’s refined approach to its food and beverage offering.

A Collaboration of Vision and Craftsmanship

Total Fitouts Brisbane Inner North worked closely with the client to understand the unique vision for Arbour, ensuring the final result would not only be beautiful but also practical for daily operations. The success of this project lies in the attention to detail, from tile selection and lighting integration to the clever use of colour and spatial layout.

Every aspect of the commercial hospitality fitout speaks to quality — a reflection of Total Fitouts’ ability to tailor each project to suit the business, brand, and customer base. In a competitive hospitality market like Brisbane’s South Bank, a venue like Arbour doesn’t just stand out — it invites people in, sets the tone for elevated dining, and delivers an experience as rich and layered as its interiors.

In one of Brisbane’s most iconic lifestyle precincts, Arbour brings timeless elegance to the heart of South Bank. From the soft sage tones and deep green wall tiles to the custom timber shelving, speckled concrete floors, and statement pendant lighting, every detail has been thoughtfully curated to create a welcoming and elevated hospitality experience.

This commercial hospitality fitout by Total Fitouts Brisbane Inner North is a standout example of how smart design, layered textures, and cohesive finishes can come together to reflect a venue’s brand identity while delivering on functionality and customer appeal.

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